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For an example,if you encounter a tiger suddenly,hormones are released from your pituitary and adrenal glands and your body will trigger physical reactions to this stress.You will experience the "fight or flight" phenomenon.
For some people,the brain fails to give the "all clear"
signal once the stressor is gone.The alarm state lasts for a prolonged period and one begin to suffer
from constant stress.
There is clinical evidence to suggest that emotional stress and anxiety are associated
with precipitation of overt coronary artery disease and
sudden death.Western Collaborative Study classifies people
who are constantly experiencing anxiety and emotional stress as Type A
personality.People with Type A personality are at increased risk
for Coronary Artery Disease.
You too can reduce your emotional stress:-
exercise regularly,work off tensions by playing a game,gardening
or just walking!
Go to bed early,sleep well
have a balanced diet.
learn and practise some relaxation
exercises eg.breathing exercises,yoga.
try to forgive you mistakes
don't work on too many projects at a time,and don't
set too high expectations
talk to someone about your troubles.
Confide in a special friend.He or she may help you to face
your problem
learn to relax or loaf around.
try something differant.Visit new places or
try a new food.
avoid driving in heavy traffic.
avoid smoking,drugs or alcohol to cope up with stress.
